Job Description
Job Summary
- We are seeking a responsible Safety Officer to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) guidelines.
- Your primary role will be advising on measures to minimize hazards and maintain a safe working environment.
Responsibilities
- Support the development of Occupational Health Safety policies and programs.
- Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.)
- Conduct risk assessment and enforce preventative measures.
- Review existing policies and measures and update according to legislation.
- Initiate and organize Occupational Health Safetytraining of employees and executives
- Inspect premises and the work of personnel to identify issuesor non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment)
- Stop any unsafe acts or processes that seem dangerous or unhealthy.
- Assess and manage occupational health risks for Hospital employees, identifying potential hazards and implementing preventive measures.
- Conduct regular health screenings and health assessments for employees as per hospital policies.
- Collaborate with department heads to design and implement health and safety training programs.
- Manage employee health records and maintain confidentiality in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to coordinate care for work-related injuries and illnesses.
Requirements and Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health or any health related field.
- Proven experience as Occupational Health & safety officer.
- Knowledge of occupational health regulations, policies, and best practices.
- Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.
- Proficient in MS Office; Working knowledge of safety management information systems is a plus.
- Outstanding organizational skills.
- Diligent with great attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills.
Salary
In line with industry standard.